tvCompass, Chicago, a provider of digital media remote products,
has announced click365(SM), a new content platform for WiFi enabled
second screen devices, targeting the broadband "connected
home" user. As a content aggregator and distributor of mobile phone
type content, tvCompass supports applications and services such as an
electronic program guide (EPG) for TV listings, email and text
messaging, mobile Internet and search content, casual games, shopping,
advertising and interactive TV.
tvCompass has created click365 as a cross-platform content;
services and applications solution to enable partnering companies to
utilize existing content standards and application formats to quickly
move content onto the network. Examples of popular industry formats
supported may include Microsoft Compact Framework, WAP mobile (Wireless
Application Protocol), RSS, Java, Flash and web services interfaces.
click365 supports both free and premium payment models for user content
using a micropayment transaction solution.
"The click365 content platform is essentially an eco-system
for the delivery and monetization of partner content, and enables
digital media and Internet companies to expand their reach into the
broadband home. Our unique solution provides a simple billing model to
create a revenue generating opportunity for all partners in the value
chain," stated Edward J. Zylka, CEO of tvCompass Inc.
Traditional WiFi enabled, IP connected devices are constrained by a
mobile phone LCD screen and keyboard entry system. tvCompass is
launching its new service for a category of flexible wireless
"smart" advanced home theater remotes, with future
opportunities to target other WiFi product categories including dual
mode mobile phones, music players and even networked TVs.
"We're thrilled to bring Veveo into the heart of the
living room with tvCompass," said Mike Koenig, VP Sales, Veveo.
"By partnering with tvCompass, we can now give consumers a cool and
easy way to connect with the web to find, browse, share and view the
content they love -- like Wikipedia's 9 million+ articles -- right
from the comfort of their sofa. This is an important step as we fulfill
our mission of bringing Veveo to consumers whenever and wherever they
want it." Various partners in the entertainment, media, and content
distribution markets such as PayPal, Yellowbrix and Amazon, are also
supported with the click365 service.
"The click365 service is an outstanding example of how to
create a targeted mobile service offering exactly what people
need," said Mikael Krogius, CEO, Winwap Technologies.
"click365 offers information that people want to access when they
are not in front of their PC but have a mobile device, like a
SmartRemote with WiFi connectivity and WinWAP browser, in their
hands."
For additional information about tvCompass and the click365 WiFi
Content Solution, call 866/481-0699 or visit http://www.tvcompass.com/.
About tvCompass
tvCompass Inc. offers a white label service and technology platform
for branding by satellite and cable operators, content distributors and
OEMs. Through its click365(SM) Interactive Wireless Network, users can
access television, broadcast programming and Internet content. The
company's second product is a WiFi/internet connected digital media
remote control device with QVGA LCD display, mobile content capabilities
and TV control function. Based in Chicago, IL, tvCompass is privately
held and maintains a strong patent portfolio.
About Veveo
Headquartered in Andover , Mass., Veveo(TM) brings the full power
of Internet video discovery -- including searching, browsing and viewing
-- to consumers with its vTap (TM) service. Veveo is actively working
with TV providers, mobile operators, consumer electronics manufacturers
and content creators to deploy its vTap solutions. Veveo is backed by
venture funding from Matrix Partners, Northbridge Venture Partners,
Norwest Venture Partners and OmniCapital Group.
About Winwap Technologies
Winwap Technologies is specialized in software technologies for
Mobile Internet browsing and Multimedia Messaging (MMS). The product
portfolio includes the popular WinWAP browser, MMSClient, Software
Development Kits and Toolkits for Browsing, WAP connectivity and
Multimedia Messaging. The company is privately owned and was founded by
the CEO, Mikael Krogius, in 1995.
For more information about the WinWAP browser and Winwap
Technologies visit http://www.winwap.com.
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